Category Archives: home buying

Don’t Be Tempted To Waive The Home Inspection When Buying A Home

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

In hot markets full of multiple offers buyers are often tempted to do anything to get a home. One thing they should not do is forgo the home inspection. For buyers, waiving the option to have a professional inspection contingent … Continue reading →

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The Shadow Inventory: an Analysis of its Cause and Effects

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

By Sarah Parr Recent statistics show a positive trend for the United States housing market: a decrease in the shadow inventory, CoreLogic reports. The report demonstrates how the shadow inventory of homes has decreased 28 percent from three years ago, … Continue reading →

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Home Buying Checklist Infographic

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

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Should you buy a fixer-upper?

Posted on April 3, 2013 by

With fewer houses to choose from, more buyers are considering purchasing homes with problems. Here’s what you need to know, and which issues might be too much to take on. Read more: http://realestate.msn.com/april-2013-buying-advice-should-you-buy-a-fixer-upper?ocid=vt_fbmsnre

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Disclosure: What Sellers Need to Know

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

States are cracking down on sellers’ obligation to disclose known material facts about properties for sale—especially conditions not readily apparent, such as a cracked foundation. A material fact is anything that could affect the sale price or influence a buyer’s … Continue reading →

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Mesothelioma: The Truth About Asbestos Exposure

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Buying a home? Beware of health hazards lurking in older homes

Posted on March 17, 2013 by

With spring finally upon us, more and more potential homebuyers are out and about looking for homes to call their own. Many homebuyers are drawn to looking at older homes (1900-1960) for a variety of reasons from their character to … Continue reading →

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Home Inspection Facts and Tips Infographic

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Detecting Mold, Health Effects, Prevention and Control

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

Mold…how do you detect it? What are the health ramifications from exposure to mold? What can be done to protect your home and your family? http://www.longisland.com/articles/12-12-12/detecting-mold-health-effects-prevention-and-control.html

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That foreclosure might not be such a good deal

Posted on February 13, 2013 by

That foreclosure you’re thinking about buying just might not be the deal you thought. There are some additional problems and hurdles associated with buying a foreclosure that buyers should make sure they price into their offers.  Homes that sit vacant can … Continue reading →

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